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Become a Life-Saving Healthcare Professional
Program Overview
The Paramedic Program trains students for a fast-paced, high-impact career as part of an emergency response team. Students will gain hands-on experience in delivering advanced pre-hospital care, including patient assessment, trauma management, stabilization, and critical decision-making during life-threatening situations.
The program goal is to prepare well-rounded, entry-level paramedics who demonstrate proficiency across all areas: cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (professional behavior). Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMTs Paramedic certification exam and enter the field ready to make a difference—one call at a time.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Active EMT-B or EMT-I license
- Current BLS CPR certification
- Current physical exam
- 10-panel drug screen
- Up-to-date immunizations
- Background check clearance
All fees are student responsibility
Student Standards
- College-level English and math placement
- Maintain active EMT license
- Minimum 78% grade in all courses
- Complete clinical rotations
- Professional behavior standards
- Meet NREMT eligibility criteria
Program Information
Costs
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Program Costs (PDF)For out-of-district rates, see Tuition Rates. Scholarships and payment plans available.
Curriculum
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View CurriculumCourse titles and credit hours for the complete program.
Program Guidebook
The Paramedic Program Guidebook provides information specific to the Paramedic program. Prospective students should review it. Enrolled students should know it. Becoming familiar and understanding the guidelines and expectations are key to successful completion of the program.
Program Guidebook (PDF)Career Opportunities
Employment Outlook
Paramedics work in various emergency medical settings including ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, and critical care transport. The data below shows current employment trends, wages, and job opportunities in our region.
Typical Career Paths
- Emergency Medical Services
- Fire Department EMS
- Hospital Emergency Departments
- Critical Care Transport
- Industrial/Event Medical Services
Program Outcomes
Graduates will be eligible for National Registry certification and Illinois state licensure.
There were no graduates during the 2025 reporting year.
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Letter of Review Status
The Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self-Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the National Registry's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation. To contact CoAEMSP: 214-703-8445 www.coaemsp.org